1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2000 Saturn LW is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn LW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Suburban | LW |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
